Description
The Raspberry Pi Camera Board v1.3 is a compact and reliable camera module designed for compatible Raspberry Pi boards. It features a 5MP OmniVision OV5647 sensor that captures detailed still images at up to 2592 × 1944 pixels and supports 1080p Full HD video recording at 30fps.
With its 15-pin MIPI CSI interface, the camera connects directly to the Raspberry Pi camera connector without requiring additional adapters. Its small and lightweight design makes it a practical choice for DIY electronics projects, robotics, home monitoring, CCTV applications, drones, and other Raspberry Pi-based projects.
The camera supports multiple video modes, including 1080p at 30fps, 720p at 60fps, and VGA (640 × 480) at up to 90fps, making it suitable for different recording and streaming requirements.
Its fixed-focus lens provides a straightforward setup for applications where consistent image capture is required. Whether you’re building a Raspberry Pi security camera, robot vision system, monitoring project, or educational electronics project, this camera module offers a convenient way to add image and video capabilities to your Raspberry Pi.
Key Features
- 5MP OmniVision OV5647 image sensor
- Still image resolution up to 2592 × 1944 pixels
- 1080p Full HD video at 30fps
- 720p video at 60fps
- 640 × 480 video at up to 90fps
- Fixed-focus camera module
- 15-pin MIPI CSI interface
- Direct connection to compatible Raspberry Pi boards
- Compact and lightweight design
- Suitable for CCTV and security projects
- Ideal for robotics, drones, IoT, and DIY projects
- Easy to integrate into Raspberry Pi-based applications
- Compatible with many Raspberry Pi cases
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Camera Sensor | OmniVision OV5647 |
| Resolution | 5MP |
| Still Image Resolution | 2592 × 1944 |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30fps |
| Video Modes | 720p @ 60fps, 640 × 480 @ up to 90fps |
| Focus Type | Fixed Focus |
| Interface | 15-pin MIPI CSI |
| Dimensions | 20 × 25 × 9 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 3g |
Applications
The Raspberry Pi Camera Board v1.3 can be used in a wide range of Raspberry Pi projects, including:
- Raspberry Pi CCTV and security cameras
- Home and office monitoring
- Robotics and computer vision projects
- Drone camera projects
- Time-lapse photography
- DIY surveillance systems
- IoT camera applications
- Educational electronics projects
- Remote monitoring systems
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